The Utah Blockcast

Steve Bartle, Cameron Beck, and Tyson Moll breaking down all aspects of Utah football and every day life on the Block.

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    November 6, 2024

    A Rivalry Crossover Podcast At A Time Like This?

    Mitch Harper, the BYU Insider for KSL Sports, and Steve Bartle, the Utah Insider for KSL Sports, recorded a special podcast episode together. The two discussed various rivalry dynamics before diving into the matchup between the two programs this Saturday. 

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    November 1, 2024

    Evan Miyakawa Provides Evidence That College Basketball Exists

    What happens when a college football-only podcast needs to become a more well-rounded college athletics podcast? It seeks and outsources professional help. That's what Evan Miyakawa provides on this episode of the Utah Blockcast. A national college basketball analyst, Evan provides insights into the Big 12 outlook for the 2024-25 season before diving into the Runnin' Utes. 

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    October 31, 2024

    A Breakdown In The Process?

    The Utah Man, Stevenson Sylvester, joined Steve Bartle on the Blockcast to talk through the current state of the Utah Football program. 

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    October 29, 2024

    The Utah Letdown In H-Town

    The fellas get together to commiserate in their pain. Utah football is firmly planted in the back of the struggle bus. The offense can't seem to find enough answers and a tough loss to Houston included a quarterback change and post-game commentary worth dissecting. But remember, tough times never last, only tough people last. 

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    October 21, 2024

    Andy Ludwig Steps Down As Utah's OC

    The fellas got together to discuss Andy Ludwig's resignation as offensive coordinator at Utah. They dive into their immediate thoughts and reactions, before hitting on some of the issues that have plagued the offense this season. Given the struggles of the offense this season, the move is not surprising. However, Ludwig should be remembered for more than this and last season. 

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    October 18, 2024

    The TCU Preview

    Melissa Triebwasser of Frogs Insider Podcast joined the podcast to provide an in-depth look at the Horned Frogs. 

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    October 16, 2024

    The Nu Episodes - A Nu Mindset For TCU

    KSL Sports' Steve Bartle and star defensive tackle Keanu Tanuvasa got back in the booth after a two-week hiatus. A lot of the talk centered on the process of righting the ship, turning the page, refreshing the mindsets, and reigniting the belief in and within this team after the last two weeks. 

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    October 15, 2024

    Cam Rising's Unceremonious End, Isaac Wilson Is Up

    On Monday, it was announced that Cam Rising's season has come to an end. This also very well could be the end of his career with Utah. The fellas discuss all things Rising and the unceremonious conclusion to his 2024 season, perhaps even career. That also means Isaac Wilson is the next man up. There are reasons to be optimistic and the three discuss all things in Wilson's transition to QB1. 

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    October 8, 2024

    Talking Through Week Six, Cam Rising's Injury Situation, ASU

    After talking through the happenings in one of the greatest weekends of college football for the first ten minutes of the episode, the crew dives into the injury situation with Cam Rising. There's a lot to dissect and hopefully, there are things that alleviate some frustrations around the situation. After roughly fifty minutes of discussion, the three dive into the matchup with Arizona State. 

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    September 30, 2024

    Breaking Down Utah's 23-10 Loss To Arizona

    Breaking down the frustration from Utah's loss to Arizona on Saturday night, including the quarterback injury situation. Where should the blame mostly fall with this loss? Was it defense, QB play, or coaching failures? 

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    September 25, 2024

    The Nu Episodes - Shutting Down Stillwater

    KSL Sports' Steve Bartle and Utah defensive tackle Keanu Tanuavasa are back at it for their week five conversation. The two get right to it and dissect Utah's 22-19 victory over Oklahoma State including the environment, limiting the Cowboys' rushing attack, believing in Isaac Wilson, and the true team win dynamic, etc. The Teammate Shoutout (25:00). Quick Q&A (28:30). This week's Nu Motivational Message (38:30). 

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    September 23, 2024

    Recapping Utah's 22-19 Win Over Oklahoma State, Week 4 Big 12

    Utah picked up a big win on the road against Oklahoma State. Tyson, Cam, and Steve discuss all things about the game and the impact of Utah's win. Plus a quick recap of other games in the Big 12 this past weekend (52:00). 

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    September 18, 2024

    The Nu Episodes - POTW, I Belieeeve, The Power Of The Mind

    KSL Sports Steve Bartle and Utah defensive tackle Keanu Tanuvasa are back it for week four. The two break down last week's performance against Utah State. They go through a brief Q&A session. Look ahead to Oklahoma State. And finish with a motivational message for the week. 

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    September 17, 2024

    Recapping Week Three, Look Ahead To Oklahoma State

    The crew is back to talk all things Battle of the Brothers. Offensive takeaways, primarily centered around Isaac Wilson (8:00). Eventually the Utah defense is brought up (31:00). Through three games, what have we learned about Utah (41:00). Talking Oklahoma State and the rest of the Big 12 from week three (54:00). 

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    September 12, 2024

    The Nu Episodes - The Week 3 Discussion

    WARNING - PLEASE KEEP VOLUME DOWN

    (Even after post-recording editing, Bartle's mic is too hot)

    Utah Football defensive tackle Keanu Tanuavasa and KSL Sports' Steve Bartle are back at it again this week. The two discuss the impactful play- among other things- of fellow defensive linemen Van Fillinger and Simote Pepa. They address the elephant in the room with Tanuvasa and hit on several other topics as well. 

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    September 10, 2024

    Whether Rising Or Wilson, We Need More Pass Game

    Its Cam and Steve for this one, Tyson in a corner somewhere sulking after a Raiders loss. The two talk a lot about Utah's quarterback situation with Cam Rising and Isaac Wilson. Starting with the play Rising suffered the injury and the aftermath of the injury (5:45). Wilson owning his play and the need to be ready (19:00). This is a big learning process for Wilson, be patient (24:15). Need more pass game production (28:00). Finally, a look across the Big 12 (49:00). 

     

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    September 5, 2024

    The Keanu Tanuvasa Blockcast Debut

    The Utah Blockcast has made a big addition as Utah Football defensive tackle Keanu Tanuvasa has officially joined the squad. Before the interview, Bartle provides a brief rundown of his three keys to the Baylor-Utah game. 

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    September 3, 2024

    CFB & Utah week one recap, looking ahead to Baylor

    The fellas are back after a great Labor Day weekend of college football. They open up by talking about what stood out to them in week one of college football (5:00). Stock up or stock down, what are we buying and selling in college football (14:30). Some thoughts on the Big 12 in week one (25:30). Then the crew dives into Utah Football and the season-opening win against SUU (37:30). Did you guys watch the Detroit Lions preseason game (45:57)? Looking ahead to the Baylor game and what we might see on both sides of the ball (55:32).

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    August 27, 2024

    It's Game Week and here is what we are looking forward to most!

    The crew is back at it and it's Game Week! A brief rundown on the must knows of Southern Utah (9:00). Is DeLane Fitzgerald overlooking Utah by saying their season starts Friday (13:20)? Then the three discuss what position groups they are most interested in watching on Thursday (15:00); the individual players that will have their attention (25:00); what makes this game a success or failure for Utah (43:00). Lastly, the three give their season record predictions. 
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    August 19, 2024

    Quick recap of fall camp + The 2024 Season Fantasy Draft

    A quick but somewhat throrough rundown of the storylines from fall camp. The backup quarterback battle and Isaac Wilson's emergence (3:00). The running back competition and hierarchy (17:00). Caleb Lohner & Dorian Singer (25:00). Then the fellas conduct The 2024 Season Fantasy Draft (38:00). This is a three-round fantasy draft where they will choose, essentially anything -and we mean anything- that pertains to this season and why it's significant based factors of importance, fun, or intrigue. 
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    August 8, 2024

    What's The Latest From Utah Fall Camp?

    What’s the latest in the backup quarterback battle? (5:00) Is Mike Mitchell going to beat out Micah Bernard and everyone else? (13:30) Just how deep is this tight end room? (18:15) Some pleasant surprises along the offensive line? (24:45) How are things shaking out in the defensive secondary? (32:10) Previewing Aaron Dunn and Nathan Tilmon commitments. (38:43)
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    August 1, 2024

    Football is almost here, plus Utah LB commit Christian Thatcher

    Football is just around the corner, which means the crew is back and ready for another season of Utah football. This season will include a lot "news" for Utah. It's a new conference, which means new opponents, which means new game plans, as well as a number of new players. Utah is one of the top contenders going into the Big 12 Conference, there are plenty of reasons to be optimistic. There are also reasons for concern. What individual player is the Blockcast crew most interested in this season? Lastly, the final 20 minutes of the episode is an interview with four-star linebacker commit, Christian Thatcher. 
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    November 21, 2023

    Can't talk about the Arizona loss if Cameron Rising announces his comeback

    The group discusses the weekend that was that featured star quarterback Cameron Rising's announcement that he will return for 2024. They hit on the Arizona loss that was. While also hit on what it means that the Colorado game this weekend is also the last Pac-12 game as members of the conference and what it's meant to be in a Power Conference for Utah.
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    November 14, 2023

    2nd Half-Less in Seattle

    The crew jokes around a little bit before diving into the 35-28 loss to the Washington Huskies. There were some positives from the game and as well as concerns.
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    November 5, 2023

    Utah back, Grinch gone, and Huskies next

    The recorded Sunday morning to discuss Utah's emphatic 55-3 win over the Arizona State Sun Devils. They discuss a number of things from the game, they also hit on other topics such as Alex Grinch and when he would be fired (we were beat to the punch by the actual news before hitting publish on the episode), as well as a lot of talk about the Washington Huskies.
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    October 31, 2023

    When did things go wrong for Utah?

    The crew wastes no time and gets right into discussing the Oregon-Utah game, specifically what went wrong... so there was a lot to discuss. There is still plenty to play for and plenty of reason to be optimistic with Utah over the final four games. Finally, Brandon Rose, do we see him or not?
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    October 24, 2023

    A third-straight win and completely rejuvenated vibes

    The crew talk all things Utah after getting the 34-32 win over the USC Trojans. Can they continue to ride this wave? Does it crash? Sione Vaki's presence on offense and Bryson Barnes improvements at quarterback. Utah can get back to the Pac-12 championship game.
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    October 17, 2023

    Redshirts, Trojans, and Bears, oh my

    The gang get back together to discuss top three halloween candy. The impact of potential redshirts for Cameron Rising & Brant Kuithe. Why does it feel like punting on the season, even though this team is 5-1 and starting to get their act together offensively? Sione Vaki is him. Sione Is Him. SionHE IS HIM. Resetting the Pac-12, which is wide open but the Beavers have the easiest schedule.
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    October 10, 2023

    All things Utah QB, resetting the Pac-12 picture

    The crew is back at it discussing takeaways from the weekend that was in college football. All things Cameron Rising and the QB situation. Resetting the picture in the Pac-12.
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    October 3, 2023

    A somber one but there is still hope

    The crew shares there thoughts on the Oregon State game but more specifically on the offense through four games. There are things to be concerned about but there is a fix to the problems and that is health.
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    September 26, 2023

    We've had enough (of numbers and things)!

    The whole gang is back together for this one... First apologies for the explicit language in this one, there are a few naughty words. The first ten or so minutes is discussing something that would alter the game and the math required to watch it. It gets a little messy and we apologize in advance for that too. Then the group gets into the pertinent Utah football discussions - how good is the defense and how bad is the offense? What can change? What's contributing? And why in the world is Nate apologizing?
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    September 19, 2023

    Assessing the squad after non-con play

    Andrew, Tyson, and Steve get together and provide their assessments of the football team after three weeks of non-conference play. The defense is good and offense needs some work.
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    September 12, 2023

    Utes shiplapped the Baylor Bears and some thoughts from week two of CFB

    The fellas share their BIG TAKEAWAYS and little questions from week two of college football. Then dive into the offensive and defensive performance of the Utes against the Baylor Bears.
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    September 5, 2023

    Utah's big win over Florida and week one of CFB

    During the first 30 minutes of the episode, the gang discuss BIG takeaways from the first weekend of college football. That includes Colorado's win over a lousy TCU team, Pac-12 QB play, and the importance of good defense. Then the foursome hit on all things Florida-Utah, their MVP and takeaways from the offensive and defensive performances.
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    August 29, 2023

    It's Game Week! Florida Game Preview!

    The guys dish on how incredible Utah Depth Chart Day is, picking a handful of things that stand out about Utah's depth chart. Then they go into talking about the Florida matchup, what it means, and what to look forward to on Thursday.
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    August 22, 2023

    Blockcast - Pac-12 preview, predictions for conference awards, Utah over/unders

    Andrew, Tyson, Cameron, and Steve give their opinions on the conference overall. What's the vibe around this season after everyone but WSU, OSU, Cal and Stanford dipped. They provide predictions on who they believe could be conference award winners this year, picking a Utah and a non-Utah candidate for most awards. They also go in on random over/under props for Utah this season including Cameron Rising passing yards and sacks among other things.
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    August 16, 2023

    Blockcast – QB situation, Sione Vaki is a FREAK, and OL

    Still shaking off some of the podcast rust, the guys hit on the quarterback situation at Utah, as well as Sione Vaki making Bruce Feldman's Freak Athlete list, and the offensive line.
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    August 8, 2023

    Blockcast – Pac-12 is dead and Utah to Big 12

    After a grueling media deal negotiation period, the Utah Blockcast has returned. The Pac-12 is dead, and we send our best to our Beaver friends. What led to this happening? Utah is headed to the Big 12 and it will be a lot of fun.
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    March 14, 2023

    Blockcast – The Dodd Article(s), Spring Camp, and Q&A w/ guest Andrew McCullough

    Long episode is looooong.

    Andrew McCullough, the Podfather himself, joins us in the Blounge!

    Cold open: Some good natured ribbing (slander?) of our guy Cody Barton (whom we all love, please don't kill us, Cody).

    We talk Dodd and that article he keeps writing, then the three players we're each most excited for in fall camp. We finish up with some fun Q&A.

    Last episode for a bit while we have some pod-ternaty leave as Steve prepares to welcome Baby Boy Bartle.

    We love you all! Thank you for listening and we'll be back soon!
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    March 7, 2023

    Blockcast – Combine Results, Draft Expectations Now and Later

    Cold open: Which Big Ten team is which month?

    Steve, Cam, and Tyson talk NFL Draft Combine results, and then make predictions for where Utah players will be drafted. Then we look forward to draft eligible players for the 2024 draft, and where we think they could end up drafted (or not).
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    February 21, 2023

    Blockcast – Notre Dame Pawn Shop and Q&A

    Steve, Tyson, and Cam get together to discuss the ongoing Andy Ludwig saga, Notre Dame's toxic vibes, and then take some great questions for the back half.

    Had to mix this one four times because Audition kept crashing, so the audio isn't as crisp as we'd hoped.

    I've listened to it 4 times now, and Steve definitely said "penises."
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    February 14, 2023

    Blockcast – Turns Out Notre Dame Is Broke

    Unfortunately we stopped recording minutes before the Ludwig news dropped, so listen to this episode with the image of sad Notre Dame's out-turned pockets in your mind.

    Steve, Tyson, and Cam chat about KISS, baby fighting, Super Bowl snacks, the importance of a great OC, and the progression of Utah's offense with so much returning production. Along the way we fix officiating and finally let the good guys (refs) win one.
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    February 7, 2023

    Blockcast – Andy Ludwig Suitors, Floral Hats, Tom Testaverde, and Brand Value

    Bob? Steve is back in the blounge with Cam and Tyson, and this week we talk a lot of hats, the bigger the better. Tom Brady is Vinny Testaverde with a defensive head coach. How can Tyler Huntley benefit from Jalen Hurts' success? Bob? Lastly, folks have been calling about Andy Ludwig. Guess who? Somewhere in there we also talk about brand value. BOB?!?!?!
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    January 31, 2023

    Blockcast - The Super Pro Bowl Snoop Episode

    Bartle is out, so Cam and Tyson welcomed Andrew McCullough and Porter Larsen to join them this week. With perfect hindsight, did Kyle Whittingham fire Brian Johnson too quickly? Micah Bernard is back! TYLER HUNTLEY, FOREVER QB1, IS A PRO BOWL QB1 NOW. And an in-depth Super Bowl discussion.
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    January 24, 2023

    Blockcast - How we feelin' about the defense!?

    Tyson, Cam, and Steve are back at it this week to talk about how we're feeling with the Utah defense heading into 2023. But first - Polynesian Bowl shoutouts for 10 future Utes and a quick hitter on changing one play good or bad tbat would completely alter the season. Diving into the defense, there is a lot to like at defensive tackle, end, linebacker, cornerback, and safety on this unit.
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    January 17, 2023

    Blockcast - How we're feelin' about the offense

    Heading into 2023, the Blockcast is committed production... for the podcast, of course, how well or poorly the show is produced will be up for debate. Things will hopefully sound more professional moving forward. In this one Cam, Tyson, and Steve dish on how they're feelin' about each of Utah's offensive position groups at this point in time.
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    January 10, 2023

    Blockcast - Talking Rose Bowl Things

    Well, after a week of sitting in the corner and sulking after the Rose Bowl loss, the gang is back to talk about things. Thankfully, the national championship game provided a nice distraction and some fun talking points.
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    December 27, 2022

    Blockcast - The Rose Bowl Mirror Game Preview

    After defeating USC, 47-24, in the Pac-12 Championship Game... which you can never say enough times... Utah is headed back to the Rose Bowl game for a January 2nd matchup against a mirror image of themselves. Tyson, Cam, and Steve spend the first 40 minutes discussing the season in totality; the difference the finish in Pac-12 CCG made on the overall feel of the season; hypothesize on the impact the last two years of football could have on the program; before spending the next 50 minutes discussing how Utah is essentially playing themselves in this game only it's Penn State in all whites.
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    December 21, 2022

    Blockcast - A National Signing Day Show?

    Cam, Tyson, and Steve got together Tuesday evening to record a show that was going to revolve around Utah's season and how pre-season expectations were met in the wildest of ways... And it turned into nothing but a Utah Signing Day preview!
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    December 13, 2022

    Blockcast - Utah rolling, Dalton & CPIII, grateful & excited

    Cam, Tyson, and Steve are back in the Blockcave. The three discuss the need for Skycam television, Dalton & CPIII's decisions, Good Kids Salt City, and give a top five list of players they are most grateful for this season and five they are most excited for next season.
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    December 5, 2022

    Blockcast - BACK TO BACK CHAMPS BABY!!!

    Utah went back to back in the Pac-12 title game after absolutely crushing the Trojans, 47-24 on Friday. Tyson unfortunately was still in Vegas celebrating, so it's just Cam and Steve breaking down everything from this game.
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    November 29, 2022

    Blockcast - Back in the 'ship baby!

    Tyson, Cam, and Steve recap the wild weekend that gave Utah the right combination of wins to secure their trip to Las Vegas. Then preview the Pac-12 Championship Game against USC.
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    November 22, 2022

    Blockcast - Thanksgiving Food And Oregon Game Flush

    Tyson, Cam, and Steve are back at it to talk about Thanksgiving food and flush the Oregon game down the toilet... What happened in Oregon and what happened to ThiccBoi?
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    November 15, 2022

    Blockcast - Stanford recap, Oregon preview

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    November 8, 2022

    Blockcast - OL dominance, who's left at RB, and JDL said "bet"

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    November 2, 2022

    Blockcast - CFP, Refs, FS1 vs Whitt Reactions

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    October 25, 2022

    Blockcast - Bye Week Rejuvination

    Cam, Tyson, and Steve get back to work after a much needed bye week. Lots of Oregon talk... some BYU... Start talking Utah football at the 18-minute mark. Is this team meeting expectations?
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    October 18, 2022

    Blockcast - Have Refs Saved College Football?

    Have refs actually saved college football? Can Utah pooch punt kickoffs? Rice Eccles Stadium crowd. Cameron Rising, Dalton Kincaid, and the passing game, happy place. Defense, dark place.
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